Where to go
Palermo & the Northwest
Use Palermo as the big-city base for markets, Norman history, day trips, and the west-facing side of Sicily.
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Loud, layered, and home to the best street food on the island.
2 Days in Palermo
Spend 2 days in Palermo by following this locally constructed guide, which includes visits to cathedrals, markets, and more.
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Palermo History - Complete Guide
See how Phoenician traders, Arab emirs and Norman kings shaped Palermo, with the buildings and neighbourhoods where that history is still visible.
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Day Trips from Palermo
Discover Sicily's must-see sights and hidden wonders with these superb day trips from Palermo, hand-picked by a travel-loving Sicilian.
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